In an ideal world we would all have supportive mates that were kind, loving, open to new ideas and supportive. Some of us have had to go thru several mates to find this. However once found, how wonderful it is indeed......
I have so many wonderful girlfriends who have not found this yet. They have been just as deserving as I but for some reason their choice of men has been way off. I continue to support them, knowing that maybe they are on a different journey. I do, however, believe that we find our correct mate when we are emotionally ready. This can take a long time as I well know.
Anyhow if you never find the right mate.. so be it. Be a mate to yourself. Be your own best friend and then truly, perhaps you can find a best friend.